Note: Bird migrations and movements can have exceptions due to specific reasons and may change from day to day. Here, I will provide general or generic information on the topic. This information is intended to educate bird enthusiasts by providing fundamental knowledge about Indian birds.
Information of Nilgiri laughingthrush
IUCN (International Union for Conservation of Nature):
Near Threatened
Approximate size(adult):
A medium-sized passerine measuring 20–22 cm in length. It has brown upperparts, rufous wings, white throat, and a dark mask around the eyes. Tail is long and rounded.
Resident/ Migrate from:
Resident endemic to the Nilgiri Hills and nearby Western Ghats in southern India.
Migrate to:
Non-migratory; remains within montane forests year-round.
Breeding season:
Breeds mainly from March to June. Nests are cup-shaped and built in dense undergrowth. Clutch size is typically 2–3 eggs.
Breed in:
Prefers shola forests and montane evergreen forests, often in dense undergrowth or along forest edges.
Habitat:
Found in montane forests, forest edges, and secondary growth in high-altitude regions (1,200–2,200 m). Often seen in small groups.
Diet:
Omnivorous—feeds on insects, berries, small fruits, and seeds, foraging mainly in dense shrubs and leaf litter.
